LACGH Ride for MRI raises $40,000
Over 160 cyclists took part in the Lennox and Addington County General Hospital Foundation’s first ever Ride for MRI on May 26. Departing from the Westdale Complex, riders had the…
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L&A Libraries hidden gems
Catherine Coles Coles’ Notes Libraries big and small, rural or urban are chock full of hidden gems that go far beyond books. It is these hidden gems that make a…
Council notes: little forest approved, Pride Month declared, new playground for South Fred
Adam Prudhomme Editor Greater Napanee council gave the green light to a green project, approving L&A County Stewardship Council’s proposed little forest. Council made the decision at their May 28…
Avril Lavigne: from NDSS expulsion to international super star
When Avril Lavigne announced she’d be going on a cross-Canada tour this summer, this reporter decided this could be the long awaited chance. With stops in nearby Toronto and Ottawa,…
Snap the bees: photography contest for all ages
The Friends of the Salmon River, Friends of the Napanee River and the Lennox & Addington Stewardship Council are launching a photo contest to promote awareness of bumble bees and encourage all –…
Southview student Natalina Idzikowski wins chance to be Napanee Fire chief for a day
Adam Prudhomme Editor Natalina Idzikowski traded a regular ride on a school bus for a front seat excursion in a bright red Greater Napanee Fire truck. That was one of…
Deb Kimmett to host book signing June 8 at Bath’s Books on Main
Amherst Island native comedian Deborah Kimmett will be at Bath’s Books on Main on June 8 from 3:30 to 5 p.m. to sign copies and offer a reading of her…
Local swimmer Ben Winterborn to compete for Canada at Junior Pan Pacific Championships
Adam Prudhomme Editor A half dozen personal bests, a disqualification and an invite to represent Canada at the Junior Pan Pacific Championships. Ben Winterborn’s Bell Canadian Swimming Trials had a…
June 15 Holes for Hope golf tournament at NGCC to raise funds for Mea Centre
The Holes for Hope Tournament is an event that will bring together golf enthusiasts, community members, and businesses for a day of friendly competition and philanthropy. The golf tournament will…
